In a distressing incident unfolding in Maywood, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago, former NFL player Sergio Brown, 35, is currently missing. The situation took a worse turn when his mother, 73-year-old Myrtle Brown, was found dead with evidence of assault injuries, near a creek behind their residence on September 16, 2023.
Reports from the scene mention a significant police presence as they investigated the area surrounding Addison Creek, where Myrtle’s body was discovered. The Brown family, unable to reach Sergio, had earlier approached the Maywood and Melrose Park police departments due to the creek’s location near both villages. Several relatives and friends gathered at their home, awaiting updates.
Sergio Brown’s football career began at Proviso East High School and later at Notre Dame. His journey in the NFL began when he was signed as an undrafted free agent by the New England Patriots in 2010. Sergio later played for various teams like the Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Buffalo Bills before retiring in 2016.
Myrtle Brown’s tragic death has left a void in the Maywood community, where she was a respected figure. Her death is being treated as a homicide, adding to the urgency of locating Sergio. Myrtle’s sister, Shelia Simmons, conveyed her concern when she found things “out of the ordinary” at her sister’s home and was unable to contact her for days.
The Maywood police department, along with other agencies, is working tirelessly, following up on leads, and seeking clues to understand the events leading up to Myrtle’s death and Sergio’s sudden disappearance. The department is urging anyone with potential information to contact their anonymous tip line.
While the investigation continues, communities across the nation, especially the NFL fraternity, hold their breath and pray for Sergio’s safe return and justice for Myrtle Brown.